As we continue to expand our pan‑European platform operations, we are strengthening our presence in Portugal. We are looking for a Sourcing Specialist. In this role, you will contribute to end-to-end sourcing and operational procurement activities across IT and Business related services. Working closely with the Head of AM Procurement and Senior Category Managers, you will play a key role in executing sourcing strategies, running procurement processes, and managing supplier interactions. You will handle end-to-end operational procurement for services and collaborate closely with IT, Finance, Legal, Risk, and Compliance in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. We offer an international, collaborative environment built on trust, ownership, and long‑term development. Join a leading asset manager and be part of a team where your contribution truly matters and where you can continue to grow professionally.

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Sourcing Specialist – IT & Non-IT categories

Lisbon

Full time

As we continue to expand our pan‑European platform operations, we are strengthening our presence in Portugal.

We are looking for a Sourcing Specialist.

In this role, you will contribute to end-to-end sourcing and operational procurement activities across IT and Business related services. Working closely with the Head of AM Procurement and Senior Category Managers, you will play a key role in executing sourcing strategies, running procurement processes, and managing supplier interactions.
You will handle end-to-end operational procurement for services and collaborate closely with IT, Finance, Legal, Risk, and Compliance in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

We offer an international, collaborative environment built on trust, ownership, and long‑term development.

Join a leading asset manager and be part of a team where your contribution truly matters and where you can continue to grow professionally.

Responsibilities

  • Execute assigned operational procurement activities for IT and Business related categories, from the requirements intake and RFP preparation through offer evaluation, award documentation and handover to ordering or contracting in close alignment with onshore sourcing colleagues
  • Support the execution of strategic sourcing and category initiatives across IT and Non-IT categories in close alignment with onshore sourcing colleagues
  • Independently manage selected RFX processes end-to-end and contract renewals for defined scope areas
  • Prepare, coordinate and document sourcing activities, including timelines, RFX documents, evaluation templates, supplier communication and decision records for audit-ready purposes
  • Collect, structure, and evaluate supplier offers, focusing on commercial terms, pricing, service scope and contractual aspects
  • Achieve cost and value targets
  • Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and escalate legal, regulatory, security or commercial risks to the relevant
  • Maintain sourcing documentation, templates, trackers, supplier records and procurement master data in line with internal standards
  • Support sourcing compliance in adherence to internal policies, procurement standards, TPRM and other internal governance standards
  • Contribute cost, savings and value target initiatives, including performance tracking and reporting
  • Collaborate closely with IT, Finance, and governance functions (Legal, Risk, Compliance and DPO), with involvement in tenders and supplier management as required
  • Work effectively in a nearshore delivery model, ensuring alignment, clear communication and consistent execution with central teams

Experience

  • Degree in Business Administration, Business Informatics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years' sourcing/procurement experience, ideally in an international environment.
  • Strong knowledge of RFX, supplier evaluation, contract management, and onboarding.
  • Experience with IT and Non-IT categories, including software, cloud, IT services, and business process services.
  • Ability to identify when Legal, Risk, Compliance, IT Security, or Data Protection input is required.
  • Experience with procurement/ERP systems, supplier data, and KPIs.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Financial services and/or consulting experience is an advantage.

Only direct applications will be considered for this vacancy and we do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies.

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Working conditions

Working conditions Our employees are our most valuable asset. At Swiss Life Asset Managers, we place particular emphasis on compensating them fairly and in line with the market. Full-time employees are entitled to 25 days leave per year following the year of hire.

Grow with us

Grow with us For us, all employees are talents whom we want to promote in the best possible way. With this aim in mind, we have founded our own AM Academy, through which we provide our employees with a broad range of training opportunities. We also support them with external training and development.

Flexibility

Flexibility We address the individual needs of our employees and aim to create optimal framework conditions. Employees of Swiss Life Asset Managers can work with their manager to determine the right working model for them (e.g. flexible working hours, hybrid working model.)

Pension and social benefits

Pension and social benefits We offer a defined contribution pension plan for our employees with the option of additional voluntary contributions on the employee side. In addition, we also offer a supplementary health insurance for all employees.

Additional Benefits

Additional Benefits At Swiss Life Asset Managers, you benefit from a daily meal allowance and an employer-funded Coverflex budget that you can flexibly use based on your needs.

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